Teenager to stand trial after being accused of assault

17-year-old denies headbutting mother

A teenager from Douglas will stand trial after being accused of headbutting his mother.

Kyle James Reeder, of Peveril Road, denied assaulting her during an appearance at Douglas Courthouse.

The 17-year-old also entered not guilty pleas to damaging her property – after allegedly smashing a Samsung TV – and possession of £52 worth of cannabis.

The offences are said to have taken place at their home address in the early hours of 13 November.

A pre-trial review will take place on 19 December; there was no application for bail and he was remanded in custody until that date.

Update: At Douglas Courthouse on 19 December a trial date of 27 February 2025 was set. There was no application for bail and he was remanded until that date.

Update: The charges of causing damage to property and common assault were dismissed. He's next due to appear in court on 8 April 2025.